Thiruvananthapuram: CBI has started a re-investigation into the death of violinist Balabhaskar. The investigation team will take the statement of Balabhaskar’s father today. The team will investigate the allegations raised by the family and will also look into the involvement of the gold smuggling racket in the case.
The re-investigation will be conducted under the leadership of Inspector Saji Shankar. The High Court ordered a re-investigation on the petition filed by Balabhaskar’s father Unni and following this, the CBI took up the re-investigation of the case. The CBI is re-investigating the case which was earlier investigated by local police, crime branch and CBI. The CBI has also been directed by the court to complete the investigation within three months.
Earlier, the CBI had submitted an investigation report showing that the driver’s carelessness and excessive speed were the cause of the accident. The CBI submitted a report in the High Court rejecting the allegation of conspiracy in Balabhaskar’s death. This report was severely criticized by the High Court.
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